Hemsley House Nursery School

137 Tonbridge Road, Maidstone ME16 8JS
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8.7 73 Reviews
  • Hemsley House Nursery School, Maidstone
Hemsley House Nursery School is split between two beautifully converted, large Victorian homes in Maidstone, Kent.

Educators at Hemsley House Nursery School are experienced in providing premium care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years old, achieving an Outstanding Ofsted rating (December 2022). They adopt a hybrid approach to education, combining the EYFS framework with their own Storal curriculum. This flexible, tailored approach provides children with opportunities to reach their full potential at their own pace.

The cosy, home-from-home learning environments provide opportunities for wonder and stimulation. Its calm and cosy sensory room is especially beneficial for children with learning difficulties.

At mealtimes, fresh and healthy food is cooked every day by their onsite chef. Educators use mealtimes as an opportunity to help children learn about nutrition, where their food comes from, and older children help with food preparation in the kitchen.

If you would like to find out more about this Ofsted Outstanding nursery school, please contact the nursery to arrange a time for you and your family to visit.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kerri Savage (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 28

Total Places for Children

  • 82

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Full day (7:30 am to 6:30 pm) from £75.00

  • We want to make life simple, so our fees include infant formula, milk, freshly prepared snacks, and meals. We also provide nappies, wipes, and sun cream, or parents can bring their own if they prefer

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Hemsley House Nursery School Reviews (73)

8.7

Hemsley House Nursery School has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.695) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Hemsley House Nursery School has 73 reviews.

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Review from Holly Y (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
By far the best decision I made for my daughter to attend here, the staff are so lovely and caring. From my daughters dairy intolerance, seasonal asthma and potty training the staff have been so lovely and supportive throughout. My daughter absolutely loves attending and brings home beautiful creations
including painted pics and decorated cookies! Seeing the staff playing and sitting on the floor with the children is wonderful. I would definitely rate this nursery five stars!
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Review from Karen C (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended the nursery since he was 8 months old and he will be leaving the preschool unit in July. He absolutely loves it there and always has done. The staff are very welcoming and know my child very well. He has developed in so many ways since attending. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Matt B (Father of Child) published on 13 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been there from six months old. What can I say, it’s a fantastic nursery. The staff are always kind, caring and very professional in everything they do. A very clean well looked after nursery with great peace of mind knowing that my child is too. Highly recommended.
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Review from Kelly B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery. My son who is nearly four, started here when he was ten months old and loves going here. He is so well looked after by the staff who are so friendly and informative, which means I feel so at ease dropping him off for the day. He has come on leaps and bounds with the support
of the staff that treat him as an individual. I would have no hesitation at recommending this lovely warm and welcoming nursery to anyone. Way above five stars in my opinion.
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Review from Paul B (Father of Child) published on 31 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am continually impressed with our nursery from the regular updates through the app to the continuous review of the progress of development of our son.


Review meetings are informative and the staff are all welcoming and friendly.


I would not hesitate to recommend this nursery.

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Review from Jodie P (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a great nursery with amazing staff that want the best for your children in a safe and happy environment. My son who has special needs always enjoys his time here. They have helped my son grow and learn so much in the time he has been there. They offer a range of healthy meals for all the children
that are all cooked on site. They use a great system where you are updated daily on what your child is doing at nursery which is sent straight to your phone. The environment is always clean and happy, they do different activities every day that range from baking to water play.
I would not send my son anywhere else!!
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Review from Helen (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery. My son was so upset at being left for the first time when he started at Hemsley, but the staff have been so supportive and patient with him, he stays there quite happily now. Children are encouraged to play freely, to paint, bake and get involved in fun activities to promote learning,
like bringing in things from home beginning with certain letters or to borrow from the lending library. I love the feel of the warm, cosy, family-home style building and the healthy, homemade meals are cooked on site so the nursery always smells delicious. The garden is huge and a wonderful place for the children to play. My eldest son went here too and it prepared him so well for school. The staff are always helpful and friendly and they treat the children with such kindness and respect, it really is the only place I would feel comfortable leaving my son. The management is accommodating and wonderfully hands on. They make a fantastic team who level of childcare is just excellent.
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Review from Liesa N (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just left Hemsley House to go to school having been there for 2 fabulous years. The staff devote time to developing relationships with the children and really get to know them. My daughter has made some great friends and is always happy with the activities provided both inside and out
in the great garden space. I also have a son who has been there since 12 months old and continues to thrive and grow in confidence each day he is there. The management are outstanding and provide a personal approach to each question, child and parent. When my son leaves in 12 months time we will all miss Hemsley, they have become a positive part of our family. Thanks everyone!
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Review from Dawn T (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has just finished 3+ fabulous years at Hemsley House! It was such a comfort to know that I left him in such a happy/clean environment which he loved to go to each day! the friends he made and the staff who looked after him formed a great part of his life over these years and he now is more than
ready and confident to go to school! I would recommend the manager and Hemsley House as one of the best Nurseries in Maidstone.
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Review from Jordan M (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hemsley House is an excellent nursery and the staff are very friendly. They always go the extra mile to ensure that every child is engaged and learning within a positive and motivational environment. Having viewed other nurseries prior to choosing the right nursery for our daughter, I am very happy
with the choice that we made and her development has been very encouraging. Our daughter looks forward to going to nursery every day. Keep up the great work!
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Review from Katy U (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery has ensured my daughter has been happy, healthy and safe from the age of 9 months. Both the baby unit and the main unit have provided outstanding care and have created such a warm, friendly, fun and nurturing environment that she has loved going to nursery every day. I have always been
kept up to date with important information and key events/any incidents each day and my daughter engages in a range of activities - both inside and outside - that encourage, support and help develop her interests and confidence.
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Review from George G (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great Nursery
Friendly Carers
Great Management
Supportive of Child and Parents


Our daughter goes once a week and really enjoys her days there. We get updates daily on her progress, observations, what she’s been doing.

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Review from Holly S (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent staff. My daughter loves it here. A really warm and friendly environment. Very well organised. It’s lovely that there is low staff turnover as children can really bond with their carer and get to know the other carers too.
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Review from Agnieszka B (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent place for children to attend. Very friendly staff who take excellent care of little ones. My daughter can’t wait to go to nursery every day.
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Review from Vadim B (Father of Child) published on 5 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely place, lovely atmosphere. I am happy that my daughter is spending time at Hemsley House Day Nursery.
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Review from Sophie C (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Hemsley House has extremely helpful and friendly staff that my child thoroughly enjoys spending time with.
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Review from Michelle P (Mother of Child) published on 5 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love this nursery for my children. They have come so far since attending Hemsley House. The staff are absolutely fantastic with the children and also with the parents offering support where needed. My children really enjoy meal times. The activities the children do whilst there they absolutely
love being part of. Highly recommend. A* rating.
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Review from Jodi B (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is my second review of the nursery. My son attended the Tonbridge road day nursery, and my daughter has attended the baby unit since she was 10 months old. It's really hard to leave your baby but they are so lovely, she warmed to them almost immediately and is always excited to go. She comes out
singing and chatty, I couldn't ask for more really. The staff are really adaptable and they'll go with the flow, they're professional but warm which is perfect. They're also very well organised and nothing is too much trouble. I can't recommend them enough! Thanks for everything!
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Review from Liz B (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’ve always found the staff at Hemsley house very friendly and feel confident that they are offering the best care for my daughter, helping her meet her developmental milestones and also encouraging her to socialise well with her peers. She loves going to nursery and is very happy there. I would definitely
recommend this nursery.
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Review from Ellie D (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have sent both of my sons here from the age of 6/7 months and would happily recommend it to others. I remain really impressed with the caring attitude of staff, beautiful outside areas and excellent food!
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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.695)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.695) out of 10 for Hemsley House Nursery School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.407 for Hemsley House Nursery School is calculated as follows: ( (77 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (4 Poors x 2) + (5 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 118 Ratings = 4.407
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 4.288 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Hemsley House Nursery School is based on 8 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.8
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 82 number of registered child places is 16.4. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 16.4 = 0.488
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Kerri Savage

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2023

Welcome to Hemsley House Nursery School.
You’ll find us at two locations in Maidstone on Tonbridge Road and Terrace Road, only a 10-minute walk apart. These two converted Victorian houses have a warm and inviting home-from-home feel and their large gardens enable children to experience the joy of outdoor play.


Every day at Hemsley House we encourage children to be independent and imaginative in our wonderful learning environments. In doing so, they soon develop a real love of learning and a curious mind.


Our experienced team come with a wealth of early years learning insight. We know that every child is different with their own story to tell, so we make sure that your child learns in a way and at a pace that’s right for them.


We’d love you to visit us so please do get in touch and we’ll look forward to meeting you and your family.

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